1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
